Dick Rozek
Born: 3/27/1927 in Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
Died: 9/27/2001 in Indio, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1950-04-29 | Final Game: 1954-05-16
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Richard Louis Rozek
Biography
Dick Rozek, born in 1927, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball from 1950 to 1954. He made his debut during an era that was transitioning from the post-war years and beginning to embrace a new generation of talent. Rozek's career, though not lengthy, included appearances that showcased his skills on the mound, where he was known for his competitive spirit and determination.
Throughout his career, Rozek recorded a win-loss record of 1-0 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.55 over his time in the league. He struck out 26 batters, exhibiting the ability to challenge hitters and contribute to his team's pitching depth. Rozek's time in the majors was marked by the challenges faced by many players during the early 1950s, including the increasing competition as the league began to integrate and evolve. Despite not being a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for are remembered by those who appreciate the history of baseball and its players.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 33 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 65.3 | 65 | 33 | 7 | 55 | 26 | 4.55 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.3 | 28 | 14 | 19 | 14 | 4.97 | -579.2 |
| 1951 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 18 | 5 | 11 | 5 | 2.93 | -378.0 |
| 1952 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 4.97 | -310.4 |
| 1953 | PHA | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 2 | 5.06 | -1140.3 |
| 1954 | PHA | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 6.75 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.083 | 0.154 | 0.083 | 0.237 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | CLE | AL | 12 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1951 | CLE | AL | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | CLE | AL | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1953 | PHA | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1954 | PHA | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 33 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | CLE | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1951 | CLE | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1952 | CLE | P | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1953 | PHA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1954 | PHA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 33 |